Training That Saves Lives: TERC Challenge Returns

Markham, Ontario — A familiar roar returned to Standard Auto Wreckers earlier this month—not of engines, but of hydraulic rescue tools, saws, and the dedicated teamwork of first responders. On June 5 and 6, the auto recycling yard once again transformed into a high-intensity training ground, hosting the 2025 Transportation Emergency Rescue Committee (TERC) Regional […]

Industry Acceptance: Brandt Tractor becomes OARA’s latest associate member

Toronto, Ontario — Industrial equipment dealer Brant Tractor Ltd has become the 47th business to join the Ontario Automotive Recycling Association as an associate member. The Brandt Group subsidiary, which operates seven Ontario locations, is best known to the auto recycling sector for supplying industrial equipment, including the BMH40A, BMH60A and BMH80A material handlers. Beyond […]

Canada’s Auto Recyclers: A Critical Juncture in the Road to Sustainability

Canada’s automotive recycling industry stands at a pivotal crossroads, caught between traditional perceptions and a fast-approaching future defined by sustainability, innovation and cross-industry collaboration. In this thought-provoking commentary, Wally Dingman, executive director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada, examines the evolving role of vehicle recyclers amid growing pressure to reduce carbon footprints, cut repair costs […]